1973 Nissan President vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Altima is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1973 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan President weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Because 1973 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan President | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | President | Altima |
Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2973 cc | 3505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |